Washington, D.C. Monday 4th August 2025 : The Airforwarders Association (AfA) has grown its membership by over 20 since the beginning of the year, to represent over 225 companies from across the supply chain.
The new members include freight forwarders and associated businesses specializing in express and e-commerce fulfilment, temperature-controlled shipping, security compliance and cargo screening technologies, as well as international and cross-border air cargo solutions.
“This milestone reflects the trust and recognition AfA has earned through its strong advocacy, member support, and commitment to shaping the future of our industry,” said Brandon Fried, Executive Director, AfA.
“We provide a unified voice for our members to address the regulatory, operational, and technological challenges facing all air cargo stakeholders.
“Our growing membership energizes our mission to drive improvements in our industry.”
AfA supports members through advocacy, by representing member interests with legislators, as well as networking, including its annual AirCargo Conference and regional conferences, as well as through education, with online training courses and regular webinars highlighting key industry trends and challenges.
Next month, AfA members will be able to join an online fireside chat with Peter Penseel, President of Delta Air Lines Cargo, to discover his views on the air cargo market as well as his plans for the airline.
This month, AfA has welcomed the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) report on the nation’s airport air cargo infrastructure, which validates concerns the Association has repeatedly raised with legislators about the knock-on effects of inadequate investment and maintenance in this area.
“AfA will continue to champion meaningful improvements and provide critical insight and support to ensure air cargo continues to thrive in today’s fast-changing environment,” said Fried.
Next year’s AirCargo Conference will take place in Orlando, Florida, February 15th to the 17th, with early bird rates open from September.
To find out more about the benefits of joining AfA, take part in the webinar with Peter Penseel, or the AirCargo Conference, visit www.airforwarders.org
About the Airforwarders Association
The Airforwarders Association (AfA) represents hundreds of U.S companies dedicated to moving cargo through the supply chain on all modes of transport.
AfA has been supporting member companies of all sizes for 35 years, acting as the voice of the industry and lobbying legislators to help drive sustainable practices and ensure resilient, safe, secure supply chains.
As an alliance of indirect air carriers, cargo airlines and related businesses operating across the global transportation community, we represent member companies dedicated to moving air cargo through the supply chain.
Our members include not only air forwarders, but truckers, airlines, warehouse operators and businesses delivering a range of supporting services including technology, training, compliance, insurance and legal, just to name a few industries.
From campaigning for better national infrastructure to opening discussions about carbon reductions and digitilization – AfA has promoted hundreds of its members and streamlined business models to continue the growing industry.
More information at airforwarders.org/